Shillong/Aizawl, June 4 (IANS) Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Act East Policy offers a strong and forward-looking framework for the holistic development of the northeastern region, while highlighting the immense potential of the region as India’s gateway to Southeast Asia.Addressing the 73rd plenary session of the North Eastern Council (NEC) in Shillong, the Chief Minister observed that the region is strategically positioned to become a ma…
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Washington, June 4 (IANS) Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers that concerns over China’s dominance in critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing and strategic supply chains have become a central feature of virtually every major US diplomatic engagement, underscoring how competition with Beijing increasingly shapes American foreign policy worldwide. In separate testimonies before both the Senate Appropriations Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee on Wednesda…
Aizawl, June 3 (IANS) Security forces in Mizoram have arrested two individuals, including a woman, and recovered heroin worth over Rs 1.17 crore along with a cache of ammunition in separate operations, officials said on Wednesday. A police official said that a woman from neighbouring Manipur was arrested after Mizoram Police seized heroin valued at more than Rs 1.17 crore during a vehicle-checking operation in Saitual district.The seizure was made by a special team of the Saitual District Execut…
New Delhi: The exposition of the sacred relics of the Buddha is far more than a religious ceremony or a cultural event. It is a civilisational act that reconnects humanity with one of the greatest spiritual traditions born on Indian soil. For millions of Buddhists across the world, relics are not archaeological objects preserved in museums. They are living embodiments of Lord Buddha’s presence, teachings and compassion. Their exposition inspires devotion, reflection and a renewed commitment to…
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Myanmar is vital to India’s policies of ‘Neighbourhood First’, ‘Act East’, and Indo-Pacific, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday after meeting Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi.“Had a productive meeting with President U Min Aung Hlaing of Myanmar. We in India are honoured that he has chosen India for his first foreign visit as President. Equally gladdening is the fact that he began the visit from Bodh Gaya with the blessings of Lord Bud…
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) India and Myanmar on Monday underscored the importance of preventing the misuse of sovereign territory for activities inimical to their security interests. During his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday, Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing reiterated his country’s assurance that its territory would not be permitted to be used against India’s security interests, the joint statement released following the meeting detail…
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu held a meeting with her counterpart from Myanmar, U Min Aung Hlaing, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Monday, expressing India’s steadfast support for Myanmar’s pursuit of peace and reconciliation. Highlighting the shared Buddhist heritage and the centuries-old people-to-people bonds during the meeting, President Murmu stated that Myanmar is India’s gateway to Southeast Asia.”President Droupadi Murmu received President U Min Aung Hlaing …
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday raised the issue of the activities of Indian insurgent groups operating in the Southeast Asian nation during the bilateral talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi. Addressing reporters following the meeting between the two leaders, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that the visiting President reaffirmed Myanmar’s commitment to addressing these concerns and assured New Delhi that necessary steps would be taken…
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi’s detention during talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. While addressing a special press briefing on President Hlaing’s visit to India on Monday, Misri stated that PM Modi spoke about the need for enduring peace in Myanmar and the need for inclusion and bringing all the stakeholders to the table.”Le…
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) India and Myanmar on Monday discussed the growing threat posed by cyber scam networks operating along Myanmar’s border regions, with New Delhi emphasising that the issue is not merely a bilateral security concern but also requires greater regional cooperation. The issue was raised during the bilateral talks held at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing.Addressing reporters following the meeting betwe…